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  Bay Curious - Exploring the...

  Olivia Allen-Price

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  Curious about the San Francisco Bay Area? With explorations into unique local legends, interesting landmarks, and uncovered histories, Bay Curious is a fun, quirky guide to the secret stories of the Bay Area for visitors, newcomers, and California natives alike. 
   
   
   
  Who was America's first and only Emperor? Why are there ships buried under the streets of San Francisco? Was the word "hella" really created in the East Bay? Bay Curious brings you the answers to these questions and much more through fun and fascinating deep-dives into hidden gems of Bay Area trivia, history, and culture. 
   
   
   
  Based on the award-winning KQED podcast of the same name, Bay Curious brings a fresh eye to some of its most popular pieces and expands to cover stories unique to this book. With subjects ranging from Marin's redwood forests to the Winchester Mystery House, from the Black Panther Party's school program to the invention of the Mai Tai, Bay Curious gives you the entertaining and informative, weird and wonderful true stories of the San Francisco Bay Area.

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  Skiing Around The World -...

  Owen Jones

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  Embark on a thrilling journey into the heart of extreme skiing with our exploration, Skiing Around The World. This book invites you to delve into the adrenaline-charged world of those who dare to defy gravity, pushing the boundaries of conventional skiing into uncharted territory. From the formidable slopes of Chamonix to the untouched powder of Alaska's vast wilderness, we unravel the tales of intrepid skiers navigating the steepest descents our planet has to offer. Join us as we venture into the back-country, where untracked snow and the raw beauty of nature set the stage for an exhilarating dance with gravity. Safety gear in hand and skills finely tuned, these thrill-seekers document their descents, sharing the heart-stopping moments and awe-inspiring landscapes through the lens of extreme skiing films. Skiing Around The World is your passport to the world of skiing, where every descent is a conquest, every slope a challenge, and every adventure an ode to the indomitable spirit of those who seek the thrill of the steepest descents on Earth. Get ready to experience the rush, the beauty, and the sheer audacity of extreme skiing like never before.

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  Going Places

  Brian Dawtrey

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  It is 1962. Imagine leaving behind all that is familiar and comfortable in Norfolk, to travel to an uncharted posting in Tanganyika, with three small children and all your worldly goods, whilst your friends and relations predict doom and disaster in the ‘Dark Continent’. This is the adventure that Brian Dawtrey and his family embarked upon, armed with a black rolled umbrella with a gold band to fight off primitive savages, and a brand new hoover washing machine.From the moment that they leave England’s shores, you are swept along by their enthusiasm and lust for all that face them – from recalcitrant hippopotami, charging elephants and a life-saving leopard, to welcoming tribes-people and the glorious unspoilt African bush. Unfazed by minor setbacks such as the lack of electricity to drive the Hoover, and confrontations with unwelcoming snakes, the Dawtrey family revel in their new surroundings and the challenges of their new life under the Nyerere regime of Uhuru (Freedom).Witty, evocative and awe-inspiring, this charming book is a testament to the pioneering spirit of those who chose to embrace Africa at a time of great change, and to help its people to capitalise on their natural skills and resources.

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  Olmec Civilization - The First...

  Rolf Hedger

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  The Olmec civilization, often regarded as the "Mother Culture" of Mesoamerica, emerged around 1200 BCE in the tropical lowlands of present-day southern Mexico, specifically in the Gulf Coast region. This area, rich in natural resources, served as the cradle for one of the earliest and most influential cultures in the Americas. The Olmec are best known for their monumental stone heads, intricate artwork, and the development of many foundational aspects of Mesoamerican civilization. 
  The origins of the Olmec civilization can be traced back to a combination of environmental factors, agricultural innovations, and the development of social structures. The region’s fertile lands provided an abundant supply of food, particularly maize, which became the cornerstone of Olmec agriculture. The availability of other crops, such as beans, squash, and cassava, further supported the growth of a settled society. The Olmec were skilled farmers, and their ability to adapt to the challenging conditions of the tropical lowlands allowed them to create surplus food, leading to population growth and the emergence of more complex social and political systems. 
  One of the defining features of the Olmec civilization was the rise of their urban centers, most notably San Lorenzo, La Venta, and Tres Zapotes. These cities became hubs of political and religious activity, with powerful rulers who controlled vast territories. The creation of these urban centers marked a shift from small, scattered villages to larger, more centralized societies. The Olmec rulers established authority through both political power and religious influence, often associating themselves with divine figures and acting as intermediaries between the gods and the people. This centralization of power allowed for the coordination of large-scale construction projects, such as the creation of the colossal stone heads and other monumental sculptures.

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  Bridges - Rivers of Traffic

  Mike Blake

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  Bridges: Rivers of traffic.Bridges are all about us now in the modern world."I have have written this Poem 'BRIDGES - Rivers of Traffic. ::Bridges are all about us now in the modern world, but have been around for a long time.They've been getting built since ancient times, to ford rivers and cross continents by making roads AND rivers navigable.There are so many different types of bridges that span the waterways of our worldwide Cities.From the popular Suspension bridges - like the Golden gate bridge in 'frisco mentioned, to Cantilevers, beams, trusses, arches which are also very popular, tied-arches, and cable support bridges.They have personas of their own in their Grand ways and designs.This poem also includes Chapter 2 about the fabled Finn McCool who built the Giant causeway steps on Staffa scotland,as a Bridge to Ireland. It was written about by Mendelsohn in his Overture 'The Hebrides'.** To see more Poems by the same Author please follow the link below:https://www.amazon.com/-/e/B00SG40RM8**If you enjoy reading this Poem, can you Please leave your feedback, many thanks.To contact the Author: Please add me Mike Miko on Facebook & then message me, thanks.https://www.facebook.com/mike.cco1 I will then contact the Author your behalf.or on Twitter: miko_1_dollar ~ Tumblr : ccobesInstagram: wild_poetrys   / /   wild.poetry.webs TikTok: @wild_poetrys // charliechaplinsofficeWebsite: www.wild-poetry.comFacebook: WOW https://www.facebook.com/wow.facthttps://www.facebook.com/New.Poets.Corner

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  Running Challenges - 100 of the...

  Keri Wallace

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  Running Challenges by Keri Wallace showcases 100 of the best runs across Great Britain, from inspiring 5Ks through to epic multi-day ultras. Split into three sections – England, Scotland and Wales – and featuring a mixture of marked trails, organised races and unmarked self-navigated challenges, the runs ramp up in difficulty as you go through each section, so, whether you are a beginner or a more experienced trail, fell, mountain or ultra runner, you can find something achievable, accessible or aspirational.
  Keri draws on her experience as a mountain runner and running guide for Girls on Hills to hand pick the best and most interesting runs across Great Britain, starting with some first-rate parkruns and short trail runs, including the Loch Coruisk loop and the Hampstead Heath circuit, working up to tough and demanding routes and races, such as the Welsh 3000s and the Bob Graham Round. Use this book to tick challenges off, or as a tool to plan where to run next – wherever you are in the UK there will be a run nearby.
  Each run has handy details to help with planning your adventure – start and finish points, distance and ascent, navigational difficulty, public transport, parking, route profile and overview map – along with inspirational text and stunning photography to give you a flavour of what the run is like. Other options nearby are included, along with suggestions for other similar challenges throughout Great Britain.

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